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#RI-69c91939·4 months ago·
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Lookback: 1 year left in program

Changed major to Accounting, 5-year graduation plan

Exhausted merit scholarship, can't afford tuition despite working full-time

What I wish I knew
"Financial aid options and appeal process sooner"
If I could tell you one thing
"Explore all financial aid options before taking out loans"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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